Iowa Resources & Support
Support Groups
Listing of support groups in Iowa for people with Parkinson’s Disease and their care partners.
Exercise Classes
Listing of exercise classes in Iowa for people with Parkinson’s Disease.
Connecting Through Art
Connecting through Art – March through June 2025
Education
Annual and upcoming Education programs about Parkinson’s, treatments, symptom management, and more.
Newly Diagnosed Resources
Information and resources for people who have recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.
Information and Referral Resources
APDA has many resources about PD, treatments, symptoms, medication management and more. Also, check out the many State Resources available for people with PD.
Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease
Information for Iowans with Early Onset Parkinson’s Disease.
Newsletter and LiveIT Magazine Archive
Download and read archived Newsletter and LiveIT Magazines Archive here!
Browse 2024 and 2025 E-News articles.
Financial Hardship Fund
The APDA Iowa Chapter has a limited amount of funds available to assist people with Parkinson’s disease (PWP) who are experiencing financial hardship. This fund is intended to help improve PWP’s quality of life. To be considered for an award, the applicant must have a diagnosis of PD/Parkinsonism; be experiencing financial difficulties; understand that this award is not intended as an ongoing support fund; complete a post-experience survey; reside in the community, not in a rehabilitation center, long-term care, or skilled nursing facility; and understand that the payment may take at least 30 days to process after the application is approved. (A detailed list of the eligibility guidelines is on the application.)
Awards are made on a first-come basis and are subject to the approval of an application and the availability of funds. The fund is subject to change or discontinuation with limited notice.
If you have any questions or need assistance exploring additional community resources, contact the APDA IA Chapter at 515-782-4386 or apdaiowa@apdaparkinson.org for more information.